What is another word for Anterior Horn Cell Disease?

Pronunciation: [antˈi͡əɹɪə hˈɔːn sˈɛl dɪzˈiːz] (IPA)

Anterior Horn Cell Disease refers to a condition that affects the nerve cells in the anterior horns of the spinal cord. Synonymous terms that can be used interchangeably with Anterior Horn Cell Disease include Motor Neuron Disease (MND), Motor Neuron Disorder, or Anterior Horn Cell Syndrome. These terms encompass a range of disorders that involve the degeneration and loss of motor neurons, resulting in muscle weakness, atrophy, and impaired movement. Common examples of Anterior Horn Cell Diseases include Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Progressive Muscular Atrophy (PMA). Though synonymous, these names highlight the underlying problem of damaged anterior horn cells and provide insights into the nature of the disease.

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